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Wrench and Rodent Seabasstropub, Oceanside, CA

Wrench and Rodent Seabasstropub

4.7
4.7
1097 Reviews
$30 and under
Sushi
Please call for reservations of 7+ (760) 271-0531

Founded in 2013 by Davin and Jessica Waite, Wrench & Rodent is a space for culinary exploration and collaboration. This cozy, eclectic restaurant quickly became a destination for those who appreciated Chef Davin’s creative approach to celebrating local and responsibly sourced fish and produce.

In addition to a set sushi menu, Wrench offers an omakase as well as a list of specials that change daily. The team is committed to reducing waste and enhancing flavor by elevating all cuts of fish and veggies, as well as featuring a diverse range of species. Many menu items are simple, fresh and creative, with a lesser-known fish species complimented by ingredients from the backyard garden. Byproduct utilization drives the menu as well, and recent explorations with aging techniques have led to a dry aged fish program. Plant-forward preparations are also celebrated, and a vegan omakase is available upon request.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 19 times today

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  • Order online

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Sushi, Seafood, Creative Japanese

  • Hours of operation

    Wed–Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (760) 453-2738

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Davin Waite

  • Catering

    Onsite sushi chef or delivery service available. The Seabasstropub offers PG Catering as an option for intimate private parties as well as large corporate events.

  • Neighborhood

    Oceanside

  • Cross street

    Cassidy

  • Parking details

    Small parking lot available, much convenient neighborhood parking as well.

  • Additional

    Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,097 people are saying

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Sushi

  • North San Diego

    Innovative

  • North San Diego

    Healthy

  • North San Diego

    Neighborhood gem

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  1. CP

    CarolynP

    San Diego

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall4food5service5ambience2
    This restaurant is very good as far as food unusal Sushi choices so it's unique and a little differant. However the loud music that is alternative rock played way to loud to enjoy your food needs to change they could also use a little better atmosphere which would't take much doing.
  2. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing. Great fish! Nice atmosphere
  3. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    DELICIOUS!
  4. KN

    KellyN

    Portland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Loved our dining experience! Everyone was so kind and knowledgable - we knew we picked the right place for our special date night. We tried 13 different fish! Outstanding presentation, freshness and flavor combinations.
  5. MY

    MichaelY

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best sushi this side of the pacific!!! Place is run by legends and the fish is always fresh. Been coming here since day one and they’ve never failed us not even once!
  6. LH

    LeslieH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 12, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Excellent, outside-the-box, creative food. Great staff and ambiance. It is a little loud, but overall great
  7. MR

    MariaR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 12, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Not your same old sushi. Creative and super fresh. Whenever I come down to San Diego county this is a must stop for me.
  8. t

    techfin

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 12, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Started with the mushroom calamari, peppers and fish wings. Awesome, great Shootz japanese lager and sake, dragon roll and hand rolls are the specialty here.
  9. h

    heatherr

    Nashville

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 10, 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Dragonfly roll wont disappoint. always good service. Cool atmosphere, especially for San Diego. I just wish they were open Monday and Tuesday.
  10. IP

    IssacP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 6, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Has a great time . Food was delicious. Highly recommended.
  11. TK

    TimothyK

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 4, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really fantastic food. I had the omakase menu so it was chefs choice! Elevated sushi with interesting instances of Southern Californian flavors and influences. Drink was delicious too, I left full and happy!
  12. TB

    TanyaB

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 2, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Oh - yummmmm Wonderful food Wonderful people Wonderful atmosphere No rush to enjoy every single delightful, delicious, delectable morsel Of scrumptious fine food
  13. E

    Elle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 31, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Unbelievable attention to detail and dedication of staff and owner. Extremely good value. Can't wait to go back.
  14. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love this place!
  15. CP

    ChrissieP

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    DELISH! I had the Dragonfly roll and it was one of the best rolls I've ever had in my life! I'm been thinking about it ever since and am already planning on when we can go back. The tuna nigiri was fantastic as well. My man was happy that they had a wide variety of local beers. The service was great, food came our fast and we were able to find parking close by. We will be back!!!
  16. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    vip
    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 29, 2022

    overall1food1service5ambience5
    Have celiac and was served gluten after multiple conversations with staff.
  17. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Heard about this through several friends and had to check it out. We were one of the first tables to sit upon opening so no big rush of people which allowed for a more intimate experience. Enjoyed the omakase, loved how light everything was and some new and amazing flavors for me personally. Menu wasn’t huge so felt as though, had I not gotten the omakase, wouldn’t have struggled to settle on other dishes. One of the best servers Morgan. Was amazing and surprised us with a fabulous recommendation of cheese cake. Surprisingly enough was really nice to finish with and can’t wait to see which flavor they have next! Badass environment even better service and killer food, definitely will be back.
  18. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 23, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great staff, very attentive. Food was so good.
  19. BB

    BethyBef

    San Diego

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on October 23, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went with a big group and they were very patient and accommodating. Food quality superb. The didn't have as big of a sakes selection as we would have liked. Other than that, great place!
  20. RS

    RolandS

    Phoenix

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was outstanding. The half fried half sashimi sea bream was very very unique and delicious.
  21. R

    Rev11

    Northern MI

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on October 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Very fresh sushi! Loved the chimichurri kampachi and tofu (crispy outside, soft inside) yakisoba! The special- truffle sea bass sashimi was amazing too!
  22. R

    Riki2022

    Sacramento

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 14, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    All the food was great but my said was so so good!!!
  23. BJ

    BadJohnnyMotors

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 14, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Omakase was excellent - great value for the exceptional quality of the food.
  24. AH

    AshHolland

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 10, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We celebrated a career accomplishment and had a very enjoyable experience. The sashimi is spectacular and we love the fig tree in the back patio, and when in season the figs are used for seasonal dishes. The half and half fish, full fish with half cooked and half sashimi is a must.
  25. s

    shaunnshirls

    San Diego

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 9, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Sushi was great, it was a little hot and stuffy inside. I think next time we will sit outside but the cocktails and food were great!
  26. AM

    AndrewM

    San Diego

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 8, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    You owe it to yourself to come eat here. Delicious iterations of familiar fare, as well as ingenious creations. If you’re lucky enough to have Milo wait on you, your trip will be complete.
  27. CT

    CTBill

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 8, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    You will not be disappointed if you order the omakase. The staff was super friendly and helpful. Will be going back on our next SoCal trip!
  28. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 3, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Took my wife to W&R for our 1 year anniversary and the food was so delicious! Creative menu kept us curious and we basically ordered everything. Definitely recommend!
  29. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 3, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience2
    Great food in a casual setting
  30. K

    Kamster

    Seattle

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 1, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    The food was very tasty and the service was great.
  31. C

    Christy

    San Diego

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on October 1, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really enjoyed this place. High quality at a good value. Who ever comes out of an omakase full? I definitely did. Service and vibe great too.
  32. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and service. The sushi was excellent.
  33. J

    Jack

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Creative dishes, knowledgeable staff, and top quality fish. Davin and his team are legit. Order omakase to taste some interesting and delicious creations.
  34. JV

    JessV

    Central Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 23, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Favorite sushi restaurant. Service is excellent, fish is always so fresh. Veggie dishes & specials are a treat too. Wonderful flavors & sauces. A great experience every time.
  35. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 19, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Visiting from Austin. Hotel massage therapist said it’s her favorite restaurant. Had to have it. Let’s just say it was the closest to a religious experience as it comes. I felt the love that went into each delicate piece that was a work of art. This was a highlight of our visit. Omakase
  36. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 19, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    The location is setup well. The back patio outdoor area is nice and shaded. Favorite roll was the Hedgehog. Next time I will dine omakase and submit a new review.
  37. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    The service & food were great :) always love the ambiance here. The food is a little on the rich side, but nonetheless tasty spot!!
  38. AM

    AngelaM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 10, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Very delicious meals, especially the half fried, half sashimi meal.
  39. MM

    MarkM

    Grand Rapids

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food and service. Our server was just great. Will go back when I’m down again!
  40. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2022

    overall3food3service3ambience2
    Long time patron. Brought a friend for the first time and overall the experience was disappointing. Noting blatantly bad, just mediocrity all around, which I hate to say about one of my favorite sushi restaurants.

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You can order delivery directly from Wrench and Rodent Seabasstropub using the Order Online button. Wrench and Rodent Seabasstropub also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (760) 453-2738.

Wrench and Rodent Seabasstropub is rated 4.7 stars by 1097 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 19 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Other options

  • Order online
Google Map for Wrench and Rodent Seabasstropub

1815 South Coast Highway, Oceanside, CA 92054

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Cassidy

  • Neighborhood

    Oceanside

  • Hours of operation

    Wed–Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Sushi, Seafood, Creative Japanese

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Small parking lot available, much convenient neighborhood parking as well.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Davin Waite

  • Additional

    Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (760) 453-2738

  • Catering

    Onsite sushi chef or delivery service available. The Seabasstropub offers PG Catering as an option for intimate private parties as well as large corporate events.

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